How To Fix /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM093 - Block vendor &1 with company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Block vendor &1 with company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM093 - Block vendor &1 with company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/LOC_DP_ILM093 typically indicates that there is an issue related to a blocked vendor in the context of supply chain management, specifically in the area of location and distribution planning. The message format suggests that a specific vendor (denoted by &1) is blocked for a specific company code (denoted by &2).
  Cause:
  
  
  Vendor Blocked: The primary cause of this error is that the vendor specified in the error message is blocked in the system for the given company code. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The vendor has been marked as inactive or blocked by the purchasing department.
  There are issues with the vendor's compliance, performance, or financial status.
  The vendor's master data may not be properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the vendor master data that prevent transactions from being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unblock the Vendor:
  
  Navigate to the vendor master data in SAP (Transaction Code: XK02 for general data or MK02 for purchasing data).
  Check the status of the vendor for the specified company code.
  If the vendor is blocked, you will need to unblock it by changing the status to active. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the vendor master data are filled out correctly.
  Check for any compliance or performance issues that may have led to the vendor being blocked.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the vendor is blocked, consult with the purchasing or compliance department to understand the reasons behind the block and whether it should be lifted.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no outstanding transactions or issues related to the vendor that need to be resolved before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03 (Display Vendor), MK03 (Display Purchasing Data), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to gather more information about the vendor and any related transactions.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on vendor management and the implications of blocking/unblocking vendors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.